| Chihuahua teacup puppies are the extra small | | | | must have protection from cold and especially wet |
| Chihuahuas. There is no minimum size of breed | | | | weather. |
| standard Chihuahuas. So many people like the extra | | | | 3. Potty training a Chihuahua puppy. |
| small little version of the Chihuahua. Do always | | | | Make sure your puppy is old enough to control |
| remember that any Chihuahua dog is very small. Extra | | | | elimination before you start potty training a Chihuahua |
| small dogs face more challenges in life and so do their | | | | puppy. Some people use paper training. Others use a |
| owners. Here are 5 tips for raising Chihuahua teacup | | | | crate in training. Several methods work well, but the |
| puppies. | | | | key is to closely watch the dog and at the first sign |
| 1. Extra small dogs are fragile. | | | | that it's time to go, it's time to go! |
| If you or someone else in your home sits on your | | | | 4. Choosing Chihuahua food. |
| puppy, that puppy can be badly injured or even killed. | | | | Feeding Chihuahua teacup puppies properly is critical. |
| The same goes for stepping on the pup or even | | | | Small Chihuahuas usually do best on a meat based |
| dropping him or her. A tiny dog is fragile and you must | | | | diet. But over feeding is a great danger. Too much |
| be very careful to protect your pup. Small children | | | | feed can produce fat and lead to diabetes eventually. |
| probably cannot be trusted around one of these little | | | | Carefully regulate the amount of food. |
| dogs. Because of their small size, the puppies are | | | | 5. Training a Chihuahua puppy. |
| often frightened and may become extremely neurotic | | | | Training a Chihuahua puppy can build your dog's |
| because of this fear. Keep the stress level low and | | | | confidence and relationship with you. Even the most |
| help your pup stay safe and calm. | | | | basic training is helpful. Chihuahuas are not the easiest |
| 2. Health issues. | | | | dogs to train. Gentle but persistent training can help |
| Consult your vet about vaccinations recommended in | | | | your dog to learn and be a happier pet. |
| your area. Not all areas have the same diseases. You | | | | Miniature teacup Chihuahua dogs are so popular |
| should protect your dog from the diseases and | | | | because they're so cute. They face some serious |
| parasites that are likely in your location. Also consider | | | | challenges because of their small size. Learn how to |
| how the weather affects your puppy. Chihuahuas are | | | | care for your puppy and you can have a healthy and |
| inside dogs. The hair is thin and the size is so small that | | | | happy pet for many years. |
| your dog cannot deal with cold weather. Your pet | | | | |